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Global Conference 2026

Resilience by Design: Adaptation and Growth in the Middle East (Invite only)

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Amid a shifting geopolitical backdrop, countries across the Middle East are demonstrating how resilience—economic, institutional and societal— can be embedded into growth strategies. From adaptive supply chains and digital infrastructure to coordinated government support and long-term capital deployment, the region is maintaining momentum while navigating acute uncertainty. This session brings together leaders from government, investment, and industry to explore how resilience is being operationalized in practice. How are institutions ensuring continuity under pressure? What role do sovereign investors and policy frameworks play in supporting stability and confidence? And how are businesses, governments, and communities converting the pressures of today into the competitive advantages of tomorrow?

    Moderator

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    Adel Hamaizia

    Managing Director, Highbridge Advisory

    Speakers

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    HE Noor Al Khulaif

    Minister, Sustainable Development, Kingdom of Bahrain
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    His Excellency Bandar Alkhorayef

    Minister, Industry and Mineral Resources, Saudi Arabia
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    Jenny Johnson

    CEO, Franklin Templeton